Program Tuition

• Early Enrollment (June 15 – August 31, 2026): $1,999

• Regular Enrollment (September 1 – October 15, 2026): $2,099

• Late Enrollment (After October 15, 2026): $2,199

Early enrollment is encouraged to assist with staffing, equipment ordering, and season planning. To ensure inclusion in the team coat program, registration should be completed by October 15. Team coat availability and sizing cannot be guaranteed for registrations received after October 15, 2026.

Open to athletes in the U8, U10, U12 age classes (birth years 2015-2021) as defined by U.S. Ski & Snowboard for the 2026-27 competition season.

Weather Permitting, this program provides a two-day + one night option for U8, U10, U12 athletes from December 12,2026 - March 21, 2027.

• Program tuition includes Saturday + Sunday daytime training sessions, and Thursday night skiing training sessions, when MSSRT home training is scheduled, beginning in December. Athletes may also choose to participate in selected Emerald Empire Youth Ski League (EEYSL) races throughout the season. Professional coach coverage at designated EEYSL events is included in program tuition. Race entry fees and a current U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership are required separately and are not included.

• Program tuition also includes MSSRT Holiday Camp (December 29–31, 2026).

• While regular attendance is not required, consistent participation is strongly encouraged to support athlete development, skill progression, and team engagement.

• A valid Mt. Spokane Season Pass is required for participation.

• Each athlete will receive an MSSRT Team Ski Coat, included as part of program tuition.

• Make-up Dates are not offered, instead please select an alternative membership offering to best match your interests + availability.

Schedule

This program is offered on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from December 12, 2026, through March 20, 2027, weather and mountain operations permitting. A typical training day includes approximately five hours of daytime coaching plus a 30-minute lunch break. A typical training night includes approximately three hours of nighttime coaching plus a short dinner break.

Athletes may choose to travel and participate in selected EEYSL (Emerald Empire Youth Ski League) races throughout the season. Professional coach coverage at designated EEYSL events is included in program tuition. For EEYSL race participation, race entry fees and a current U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership are required separately and are not included in program tuition. To purchase or renew a U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership, please visit: (Member Registration Instructions).

Athletes who elect not to participate in an EEYSL race on a scheduled race weekend are not guaranteed alternative home training opportunities. Families are encouraged to enjoy recreational skiing together or consider a private lesson through Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard School to support continued skill development.

MSSRT does not offer make-up training days for missed sessions. Instead, the club offers multiple membership options designed to accommodate a variety of schedules, commitment levels, and athlete goals. Please visit (Membership Offerings) to review available program options.

Program tuition does not include a Mt. Spokane Season Pass, lift tickets, race entry fees, lodging, transportation, meals, or personal expenses.

Typical Saturday + Sunday Schedule

8:45 AM – Recommended arrival at Lodge 1

9:00 AM – Team training begins (athletes should be on-snow and ready to load the chairlift with their coaches)

12:00 PM – 12:30 PM – Lunch at Lodge 1

Please note that lunch is not part of MSSRT coaching programming and is neither provided nor supervised by MSSRT coaches. Parents/guardians are responsible for supervising their athlete during the lunch period or ensuring their athlete is prepared to independently manage this break.

2:30 PM – Training concludes; athlete pick-up at Lodge 1 slopeside

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM – Coaches available in Lodge 1 for parent questions and athlete feedback

Typical Thursday Night Training Schedule

4:45 PM – Athletes begin gathering upstairs in Mt. Spokane Lodge 2

5:00 PM – On-snow training session begins at Mt. Spokane Main Base outside Lodge 2

6:00 PM – 6:20 PM – Athlete Dinner break

7:40 PM – Training venue teardown (put away gate training environments)

8:00 PM – Training session concludes

Late Arrival Procedure

If arriving after the 5:00 PM session start, please send a message in the team WhatsApp group with your estimated arrival time. Upon arrival, athletes should proceed to the top of the training venue, check in using the start radio, and wait for coach instructions before entering the training environment.

Parent/Guardian Responsibility

Parents and guardians must remain accessible by phone throughout the training day and be available to arrange prompt athlete pickup if needed due to illness, injury, behavioral concerns, weather conditions, mountain operations, or other unforeseen circumstances.

Athletes in the U10 age class and younger must be picked up in person by a parent, guardian, or authorized designee at the conclusion of training. Athletes in the U12 age class and older may be free released at the conclusion of training unless otherwise communicated by MSSRT. Any exceptions to this policy must be approved in advance by the YSL Director.

Ability Requirements

The Mt. Spokane Ski Race Team is an alpine ski racing program. To participate safely and successfully, athletes must be able to independently manage their equipment and personal needs throughout the training day.

Athletes must be able to:

• Put on and remove their skis and boots independently

• Carry and manage their own equipment

• Load, ride, and unload chairlifts independently

• Ski while carrying and using poles

• Follow coach instructions and remain with their training group

• Ski in a controlled parallel stance on intermediate terrain

Athletes who are not yet able to meet these requirements may benefit from additional ski school instruction before joining the program. Families with questions regarding athlete readiness are encouraged to contact MSSRT prior to registration.

Equipment Requirements

One pair of carving skis is recommended for U8 and U10 athletes. Two pairs of junior race skis (one SL and one GS) are recommended for U12 athletes. Helmets, goggles, and ski poles are required for participation. Athletes should arrive each training day with properly fitted equipment that is in safe working condition and appropriate for current weather conditions.

MSSRT provides a high-quality team ski coat as part of program tuition on a two-year replacement cycle. Team coats are typically distributed at the beginning of the on-snow season. To ensure inclusion in the annual team coat order, registration should be completed by October 15. Availability and sizing cannot be guaranteed for registrations received after this date.

Volunteer Requirements

As a nonprofit, volunteer-supported organization, parent and family involvement is essential to delivering a high-quality experience for our athletes. Each family is required to complete a minimum of two volunteer days during MSSRT-hosted races, events, or fundraising activities throughout the season.

Volunteer opportunities may include race operations, timing support, course maintenance, registration, hospitality, event setup, fundraising activities, and other roles that help support athlete programming.

Families may select volunteer assignments through the MSSRT volunteer portal:

www.timetosignup.com/mssrt

Thank you for contributing your time and helping make MSSRT programs possible for all athletes.

Communication & Athlete Placement Guidelines

MSSRT is committed to fostering a positive, athlete-centered environment where athletes, families, coaches, and volunteers work together to support long-term development, sportsmanship, personal growth, and a lifelong love of skiing.

We recognize that ski racing can be highly rewarding and, at times, emotionally challenging. Questions, concerns, and differing perspectives are a normal part of youth sports. Open, respectful communication helps ensure that athletes receive the best possible experience and that concerns can be addressed constructively.

Athlete Development & Placement

MSSRT coaches make athlete placement, training group, race project, camp, and advancement decisions based on a variety of factors including athlete readiness, skill development, maturity, safety, attendance, effort, coachability, and the needs of the training environment.

Team membership, training groups, training schedules, project invitations, race opportunities, and camp participation are not guaranteed and may change throughout the season. MSSRT coaches reserve the discretion to make athlete placement and advancement decisions that they believe are in the best interests of athlete development, safety, and program quality.

Athletes develop at different rates. Advancement opportunities may occur at different times for different athletes. Learning to respond positively to challenges, setbacks, and disappointments is an important part of the athletic development process.

Communication Families Should Expect

Families are welcome to request information regarding:

• Program goals and athlete development philosophy

• Coach qualifications and program expectations

• Attendance requirements and program logistics

• Equipment recommendations

• Safety procedures and injury protocols

• Team rules and athlete conduct expectations

• Opportunities available within MSSRT programming

Communication Coaches Should Expect

To support athlete success, coaches rely on families to communicate:

• Illnesses, injuries, or medical concerns

• Planned absences from training or competition

• Changes in emergency contact information

• Questions regarding schedules, procedures, or expectations

• Concerns directly and respectfully through the appropriate communication pathway

Topics That Will Not Be Discussed

To protect athlete privacy and maintain a positive team environment, MSSRT coaches, staff, and board members will not discuss:

• Another athlete's performance, placement, advancement, or discipline

• Another family's financial, medical, or personal circumstances

• Confidential coaching discussions involving other athletes

• Internal personnel matters

Addressing Concerns

Most concerns can be resolved quickly through respectful communication.

Families are encouraged to follow the pathway below:

1. Speak directly with the athlete's primary coach.

2. If unresolved, contact the appropriate Program Director.

3. If additional review is needed, contact the Executive Director.

Concerns should be addressed privately and directly through this pathway rather than through social media, group chats, or conversations with unrelated athletes, parents, volunteers, or board members.

By working together in a respectful and constructive manner, athletes, families, coaches, and volunteers help create an environment where every athlete can learn, grow, and enjoy the sport.